DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Do you know someone who will be headed off to college soon?

The Dayton Dragons and Fifth Third Bank are hosting a College Prep Night. The event is planned to be a one-stop resource for prospective college students with information for incoming students and their families on colleges and how to prepare.

More than 40 colleges and universities are scheduled to appear.

A $1,000 scholarship will be given away during the event to one college-bound student. To be entered to win, parents or students must RSVP before the event at www.daytondragons.com/collegeprep and must attend the event.

There will be several workshops offering information on college and college life. Fifth Third Bank will also offer education on navigating financial aid and how to pay for college.

The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Fifth Third Field.

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